Troutman Pepper Locke LLP offers an integrated service combining discovery advocacy with strategic advisory capability. The team supports clients in complex litigation and investigations, advising on discovery strategy, scope management, and execution across all stages of the e-discovery process. Active across a range of industries, the group is regularly engaged in high-stakes disputes, class actions, and regulatory proceedings involving significant volumes of electronically stored information. The practice is overseen by managing partner Alison Grounds in Atlanta, who brings extensive litigation experience and technical expertise, and regularly represents clients in discovery conferences and hearings. Also in Atlanta, Jim Calvert consults on discovery strategies and plans for litigation matters, government investigations, and regulatory proceedings. New York-based Jason Lichter contributes well-honed technical skills, advising clients on technology deployment and best practices to mitigate risk.  
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Key clients

  • Zurich North America
  • Chick-fil-A
  • UCB, Inc.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

Alison Grounds

Other key lawyers

Jim Calvert; Jason Lichter